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MY02 MAR

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,043 mi
Last recorded48,043 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY02 MAR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 48,043 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Light lens cracked, but has no effect on light output

Pass 17 Feb 2025 46,643 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Light lens cracked, but has no effect on light output

Fail 17 Feb 2025 46,643 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Light lens cracked, but has no effect on light output

Pass 21 Feb 2024 44,750 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 44,738 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 42,760 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 40,465 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 40,453 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.49 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 38,787 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 38,787 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 37,209 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 35,352 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 33,395 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 33,395 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 31,041 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 28,439 miles

Engine Covers & Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

Nearside Front & Rear Wiper Rubbers Split

Slight Sidewall Damage Nearside Front Outer Sidewall Of Tyre

Fail 2 Mar 2016 28,439 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine Covers & Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

Nearside Front & Rear Wiper Rubbers Split

Slight Sidewall Damage Nearside Front Outer Sidewall Of Tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2015 24,874 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 22,905 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 20,569 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 15,831 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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MY02 MAR is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MY02 MAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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MY02 MAR is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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